Travel Nurse RN – Med/Surg – $2,068 per week in Oklahoma City, OK

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Surgical RN
Profession: RN
Specialty: Medical Surgical
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year
License: Current RN License issued by the appropriate regulatory body
Certifications: Current Basic Life Support issued by a recognized authority
Must-Have: Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited program

Description:
Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to patients with various health problems.
Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments.
Notes all changes in physician orders for assigned patients.
Assists physicians in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments.
Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients.
Observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary.
Administers medication as prescribed.
Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
Delivers patient care competently.
Interacts with patients and families in sharing care plans during the hospital stay and at discharge.
Informs patients and families of hospital procedures.
Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
Delegates tasks to support staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.